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Wisconsin, in a first, to unveil a Black woman's statue at its Capitol
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — About 1,000 people are expected at a gala event this weekend as Wisconsin finally honors a person of color with a statue at its state Capitol. Workers lowered the shrouded statue of Wisconsin Secretary of State Vel Phillips into position outside a Capitol entrance Tuesday, and then encased it in a crate ahead of Saturday’s unveiling. “This is beautiful,” said Michael Johnson, a civil rights advocate who came up with the idea and led efforts to raise $700,000 to cover the costs. Black actor Larenz Tate is set to host, with Gov. Tony Evers and Phillips’ son, Michael, among the attendees.
Tuskegee Airman celebrates his 101st birthday at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh
OSHKOSH (WLUK) - There's a buzz above Oshkosh this week, as its hosts the world's largest aviation celebration. Part of the festivities at EAA AirVenture Tuesday included a birthday for one of the Greatest Generation aviators. He was an icon in the sky. "I congratulated him on the first Top...
Manitowoc manufacturer to pay state $85K in settlement in air pollution lawsuit
MANITOWOC – A lawsuit between the State of Wisconsin and Kerry Inc. over air pollution violations by its liquid smoke manufacturing facility in Manitowoc has been settled, with the manufacturer agreeing to pay $85,000. The announcement came July 22 in a news release from Attorney General Josh Kaul's office after the case...
Wisconsin Music Festival Surprises Fans with Drone Show
It's music festival season, and Wisconsin is home to several huge festivals that draw tens of thousands of fans for several days of music and fun, one of these festivals just surprised fans with a high-tech show to end the day. Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin, just celebrated its 30th...
Gas prices up a tad in northeast Wisconsin but still below national average
(WFRV) – Gas prices have risen around 13¢ since last week, causing motorists to pay more at the pump and less on personal items. Tuesday’s current average for regular fuel in Wisconsin hit $3.43, compared to $3.31 a week ago. If you go back a month ago, the average was $3.29.
Chucks Keep Rolling – Six Straight Wins
The Chucks keep on rolling, sweeping the doubleheader over the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, 6-3. It is their sixth straight win; the Chucks’ have won nine of their last ten. Johnny Amonica (Keiser) made his second start on the mound today for the Chucks. He went 5.0 scoreless innings-pitched, allowing just four hits. Amonica struck out 6 which is a season-high, and earned him his second win of the season.
Bank robber sentenced in case that prompted change in Wisconsin law
GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- A bank robber whose case prompted a change in state law was sentenced Tuesday to 18 months in prison. Jeffrey Morris, 55, was also placed on extended supervision for two years by Judge John Zakowski. Morris did not address the court at Tuesday's hearing. A jury...
Wisconsin man faces charges after fleeing to Ireland to avoid prison time in Capitol riot role
MINNEAPOLIS — A Wisconsin man fled to Ireland and sought asylum to avoid a prison sentence for joining a mob's attack on the U.S. Capitol over three years ago, federal authorities allege in a court filing Tuesday. The filing charges Paul Kovacik with defying a court order to surrender...
7-23-24 senator baldwin, governor evers highlight impact of $49 million investment in wisconsin tech hub in milwaukee
MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers toured Milwaukee Area Technical College’s (MATC) workforce training facility to celebrate the $49 million investment Baldwin brought home for Wisconsin’s Tech Hub to grow the state’s personalized medicine and biohealth sector – advancing research and innovation, growing our economy and creating jobs, and boosting American competitiveness in a cutting-edge industry. During the visit, Baldwin and Evers, who were joined by MATC President Anthony Cruz and other consortium members, toured the facility and discussed the growing opportunities for Wisconsinites to get the education and training for jobs in this up-and-coming sector. “Jobs, jobs, and more jobs. That is what this Tech Hub will mean for Wisconsin,” said Senator Baldwin. “Whether it is in a high-tech lab, behind a computer, or on the production line, our Tech Hub is going to create all sorts of opportunities for Wisconsinites in a growing field. It was so great to be at MATC to see how our Tech Hub partners will help people get the skills they need to land a family-supporting career, grow our Made in Wisconsin economy, and ensure our state continues to lead the world in innovation.” “It is no secret that Wisconsin’s multi-billion dollar biohealth industry is a huge economic driver that supports tens of thousands of jobs across the state. The state has been a committed partner in the Tech Hub process since the very beginning, and I am glad my administration could do its part to help bring this important designation to Wisconsin,” said Governor Evers. “I want to thank Sen. Baldwin and the Biden-Harris Administration for their leadership and partnership in this important effort, as well as the support of MATC and other members of our BioHealth Consortium. Together, we’re ensuring Wisconsin continues to lead the way in innovation in this cutting-edge field.”
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